Senior Project Planner III-IV

  • Regular/Permanent
  • USA / Tennessee
  • In Office

Welcome to Orano

Helping to meet current and future challenges to preserve our world and build the world of tomorrow while taking care of everyone's health is stimulating for you. For us too. By joining the Orano Group, a leading international player in the nuclear industry, you are in the right place.

Every day we work to produce efficient low-carbon energy, to fight global warming, to find solutions that save natural resources, and to contribute to progress in health.

Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation. All of these factors reflect the strong skills of our 17,000 employees, whom we are constantly striving to develop. With their different backgrounds and experience, they are proof of our openness to all talents. They share the same ambition: to give nuclear energy its full value.

Job description

Join Orano – Shaping a Sustainable Future Together

At Orano, we are committed to meeting the world's energy and environmental challenges in an inclusive and responsible manner. As a leading player in the nuclear industry, our team of 17,000 experts from various backgrounds collaborates to develop safe, low-carbon energy solutions and cutting-edge technologies that shape a sustainable future. 

We actively cultivate an inclusive culture where all talents are valued and empowered. Whether passionate about renewable energy, sustainability, technological advancement, or promoting equity, your unique voice can contribute to our mission of building a better tomorrow.

We are seeking an experienced Project Planner to lead scheduling and resource planning for our nuclear projects. This senior-level position offers growth opportunities between levels III-IV based on experience and expertise.

Working under moderate to broad supervision, you will be responsible for establishing detailed schedules, managing resource requirements, and providing advanced analytical support for complex nuclear plant projects. The role includes coordinating with project partners and leading schedule development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain complex project schedules using advanced scheduling software
  • Lead critical path analysis and create sophisticated "what if" scenarios
  • Evaluate impacts of changes to project timelines and resource allocation
  • Identify and ensure adherence to resource requirements (staff, materials, equipment)
  • Lead project schedule status meetings and provide executive-level reporting
  • Coordinate with IS on scheduling software implementation and enhancements
  • Provide scheduling training, coaching, and leadership to project staff
  • Develop and analyze project metrics
  • Generate comprehensive reports and schedules for management
  • Recommend and implement scheduling process improvements
  • Analyze plans to identify potential delays and integration problems

 

Our Full-Time Benefits

  • Competitive compensation 
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance – with generous employer contributions 
  • 401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts 
  • Life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided by the company
  • Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules 
  • Numerous Training and Development opportunities 
  • and more…   

Ideal qualifications

All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this   opportunity.  Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher-level position.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering
  • Level III: 2-4 years of engineering experience
  • OR BS Degree in non-technical discipline plus 4-6 years of related work experience
  • Level IV: 4-6 years of engineering experience
  • OR BS Degree in non-technical discipline plus 6-8 years of related work experience
  • OR comparable additional experience in lieu of degree

Technical Skills & Knowledge

  • Expert knowledge of P6 or equivalent project schedule software
  • Advanced understanding of complex planning and scheduling concepts
  • Comprehensive knowledge of nuclear plant systems and components
  • Advanced knowledge of PC-based applications (MS Office Suite)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Deep understanding of project management methodologies

 

 

Orano is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Senior Project Planner III-IV

Ref: 2024-18212

Regular/Permanent

Oak Ridge

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Orano USA LLC

Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Orano USA is a leading technology and services provider for decommissioning shutdown nuclear energy facilities, managing used nuclear fuel, conducting federal site clean-up and closure, and the sale of uranium, conversion, and enrichment services to the U.S. commercial and federal markets. In the nuclear medicine field, Orano Med is developing a new generation of targeted therapies against cancer using the unique properties of lead-212 (212Pb), a rare alpha-emitting radioisotope and one of the more potent therapeutic payloads against cancer cells. https://www.orano.group/usa

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